The trouble with this approach is that the more we struggle, the more tense we become and the more tense we are, the worse we perform. The meditative approach is to understand that in order to be at our best, in order to give each moment our best—and to receive the best from each moment—we need to be as aware as possible. And to be aware we need to be relaxed. Such are the pressures of modern life that there has never been a more restless world to live in.
The worksite organizational culture and environment are powerful influences on behavior and these needs to be put to use as a means of assisting employees to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Benefits of worksite wellness programs for employees include:
Employers can also benefit from worksite wellness programs. According to recent research, employers’ benefits are: